We all know
nuts are the power house of nutrients, essential vitamins and minerals that we all need but with so
many nuts and seeds available it can become confusing what to use. Today we’re
going to talk about which nuts suit your intended purpose so that you eat right
to treat it right!
FOR YOUR HAIR
Add these 2
super-nuts to your diet i.e.: Brazil nuts and walnuts and get rid of your all
hair troubles. Walnuts are packed with omega-3 fatty acids and biotin, and
Brazil nuts are high in selenium. Selenium is not only good for promoting a
healthy skin and scalp, but the mineral can also help prevent hair loss.
FOR YOUR SKIN
Vitamin E and
Selenium are 2 main nutrients to a healthy and glowing skin. Studies suggest
that a selenium-rich nuts and seeds can help to protect against skin cancer,
sun damage and age spots. E.g. are Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds etc. Vitamin E
on the other hand protects skin from oxidative damage and supports healthy skin
growth. Foods packed with vitamin E include almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower
seeds, etc.
FOR MENTAL FOCUS
While most of us
believe that almonds are top food for concentration, poppy and sunflower seeds
are better. They’re rich in thiamine, a B vitamin that increases cognitive
function and memory. It also contains an amino acid that helps boost serotonin
levels and alleviate stress. In addition, it is packed with antioxidants,
vitamin E, which protects cells from oxidative stress caused by free radicals.
So, start munching on sunflower seeds today, your brain will thank you.
FOR IMMUNITY
Almonds are an
excellent source of vitamin E. They also contain manganese, magnesium and
fibre. Vitamin E improves immune function by fighting off free radicals and
reducing cell damage. Sunflower seeds are also rich in Vitamin E making them an
excellent food to boost immunity power.
FOR HEART HEALTH
Walnuts are rated as
the healthiest nut for keeping your heart healthy. This credit could go to the
heart healthy alpha linoleic acid (ALA), a type of omega 3 fatty acids found in
plants. While all nuts contain monounsaturated fatty acids, walnuts contain the
highest amount of ALA. Studies suggest that ALA present in nuts are responsible
for regularising arrhythmia and also play an effective role in reducing inflammation
and oxidation in the arteries.
FOR YOUR EYES
Vitamin E loaded nuts
and seeds such as Almonds, sunflower seeds, and pecans serve as a great
antioxidant and agent against cataracts and macular degeneration. Including a
handful of these everyday can keep you away from getting glasses at an early
age and strengthening the muscles around the eyes.
Now before you go
help yourself to a bowl of these tiny delicious snacks, remember word of
caution dictates that seeds and nuts since small yet very calorie dense can
easily stack up to a tonne of calories very quickly. Hence always count your
portion before consuming to ensure your macros (macronutrients) don’t exceed
their bounds.
Happy
Snacking!
